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Benjamin Moore Sea of Green 657

Sea of Green

Benjamin Moore

657

About Sea of Green by Benjamin Moore

Sea of Green 657 by Benjamin Moore is a mid cool shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 36% and hue near 173° for steady results across rooms. Gives balance to offices, kitchens, and entries. Pairs well with crisp whites, charcoal, and light woods.

Brightness: 36.4%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #1db6a4

RGB: 29, 182, 164

Hue173°

Saturation73%

Lightness41%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

These are close matches to Sea of Green from the same brand. They keep a similar look and work well in the same type of rooms.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how Sea of Green looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Sea of Green 657 a warm or cool color?
Sea of Green by Benjamin Moore is a cool deeper color. It will usually read cool in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Sea of Green?
Sea of Green sits in the blue family. Its hue is about 173°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Sea of Green?
Brightness is about 36%. Saturation is around 73%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 41%. Hue is close to 173°. The hex value is #1db6a4. The RGB value is 29, 182, 164.
Is Sea of Green better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Sea of Green has brightness around 36%. It is deeper, so it usually looks best in rooms with fair to strong daylight, where there is enough light to show the color.
Which colors go with Sea of Green?
You can match Sea of Green with simple whites for trim and ceiling, or with nearby neutrals from the same brand. The similar colors and complementary colors on this page are a good starting point for pairing.
Where does Sea of Green work best in a home?
Sea of Green works well as an accent on one or two walls, in cozy rooms, or in spaces with stronger daylight where a deeper color will not feel heavy.
How does Sea of Green compare to a pure white paint?
Sea of Green is softer than a pure untinted white. The cool undertone and deeper color feel more gentle on the eye, so it tends to look calmer and less stark on large walls.

Lighter Shades by Benjamin Moore

These lighter shades sit above Sea of Green in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

These colors drop a bit below Sea of Green in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Sea of Green. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

These colors from other brands have a similar look to Sea of Green. They are helpful if you switch between brands or match to a contractor’s paint line.